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Mrs. Whitley from Memphis, TN is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tech Tools: Empowering 2nd Graders with Focus and Creativity

Help me give my students devices and a printer to enhance technology in my classroom.

  • $900 goal

This project expired on September 1, 2025.

This project expired on September 1, 2025.

My Project

My 2nd grade students are bright, curious, and eager to learn, but they face challenges focusing in a busy classroom environment. With the right tools, I know they can thrive—and that’s where this project comes in.

I'm requesting headphones, tablets, stylus pens, and privacy boards to help create a more focused, personalized, and engaging learning experience.

Headphones will reduce distractions during independent learning and online programs. Tablets and styluses will open up opportunities for digital creativity, interactive reading, and hands-on math. Privacy boards will help students stay focused during work time, encouraging independence and confidence.

Many of my students come from low-income households, and for some, school is the only place they can access this kind of technology. These tools will not only support their academic growth but also nurture skills like self-regulation and problem-solving.

With your help, we can give these 2nd graders a better, quieter, and more modern space to learn. Thank you for considering a donation to our classroom!

Mrs. Whitley Balmoral - Ridgeway Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Memphis, TN View local requests

More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

55 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ - tablet - Android 14 - 128 GB - 11" • Best Buy Education $199.99 2 $399.98
24 Pack Headphones Bulk Multi-Colors Student Headphones Wired Class Headphones Set for School Classroom Christmas Students and Adult • Amazon Business $55.99 3 $167.97
Canon PIXMA MG3620 Color Inkjet All-in-One Wireless Printer (0515C002) • Staples $79.74 1 $79.74
36 Pcs Desk Dividers Privacy Boards for Student Classroom Privacy Folders for Student Desks Study Carrels Reduces Distractions for School Tests, 15.76 x 13.3 x 11.8 inches(Colorful Style) • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
DRYMOKINI Stylus Pen, Active Stylus Pen Touch Screens Compatible for Android and iOS Tablet/Phones, Rechargeable Universal Stylus Pencil Compatible for A-pple/i-Pad/Phone Tablet, Pink • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Stylus Pen, Tablet Pen Compatible for Android and iOS Touchscreens, Rechargeable Stylists Pen with Dual Touch Screen, Stylus Pencil for A-pple/Android/Tablet, Black • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$723.66

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$764.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.91

Total project goal

$899.42

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